Croatia defender Josip Simunic could face disciplinary action from UEFA after appearing to make 'pro-Nazi' salutes and chants towards supporters.

The Dinamo Zagreb defender, who has made 103 appearances for his
country, took a microphone onto the field after the helping his
side defeat Iceland to seal their place in the World Cup
2014, and began to speak to the fans.

He allegedly chanted: "For the homeland!" whereby the fans then
responded with: "Ready!"

The chant is controversial due to its prominent use by the
Ustashas, a pro-Nazi Croatian party that was in power during World
War II.

Simunic defended his actions after the game.

He said: "Some people have to learn some history. I'm not
afraid."

He appeared to be unfazed by the possibility of investigation
from UEFA and FIFA, who have condemned such behaviour in the past,
adding: “I did nothing wrong. I'm supporting my Croatia, my
homeland. If someone has something against it, that's their
problem."

Croatia were fined £34,000 in October for their fans’ right-wing
salutes and trouble in the games against Belgium and Scotland. They
were also handed a £9,800 fine by UEFA in 2008 after a series of
neo-Nazi chants, banners and salutes from supporters.

Simunic and the Croatian Football Federation could both find
themselves reprimanded if UEFA take action as expected, with a
heavy fine and a part closure of the stadium a possibility.